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• FOR PROS BY PROS: WINDOWS AND DOORS

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  "Installing, Replacing, Repairing". Learn from the builders who have installed (and fixed botched installations) of doors and windows. 21 articles from past issues of Fine Homebuilding magazine are presented, all of which deal with windows and doors-choosing them, building them, installing them, fixing them. Topics discussed include weather-tight installation, how to choose engery-efficient units, how to install specialty doors, how to make stock windows a custom look, and more.

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  Dedicated to providing integral information about woodworking tools and techniques that other manuals overlook, the books in this series contain safety facts, explanations about basic project setup, and tips for maximizing tool performance. Filled with clear diagrams and instructions, these pocket-sized, durable manuals are ideal for quick reference in the workshop. The maintenance and uses of lathes are explored in this highly specialized yet accessible handbook. It covers all aspects of lathe ownership, from initial setup to the most efficient uses. Filled with information germane to all woodworkers, this guide effectively explains the ins and outs of lathe operation without being bogged down by unnecessary sample projects. This no-nonsense manual focuses on user-friendly solutions and instructions on lathe usage.

• PAINT TRANSFORMATIONS: DO IT NOW, DO IT FAST, DO IT RIGHT

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  One of the "Do it Now, Do it Fast, Do it Right" series. Transform any room with a can of paint and a few basic tools. Over 300 close-up photos show how to complete high impact projects and guarantee great results. Painting a room, painting trim, cabinet makeover, old-world wall, Strie & Chambray, Faux tile backsplash, subtle stripes, painting a sky scene on the ceiling, pattern and color on the floor. Complete instructions, tools required, what to buy, and more.

• ART OF CHAINSAW CARVING

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• CONSTRUCTION FORMS AND CONTRACTS

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  125 forms you can copy and use directly from the book, or load into your computer (from the Free CD-ROM enclosed for both Windows & Macintosh). Then you can customize the forms to fit your company, fill them out, and print. Loads into most standard word processing programs. Includes forms for accounting, estimating, field work contracts, and general office.